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Furano & Biei · Hokkaido
Hokkaido · 北海道
Furano & Biei
A pair of farming towns in central Hokkaido, known for patchwork hillsides of lavender, sunflower, and potato fields in summer and deep dry powder at Furano Ski Resort through the winter.
- Best seasons
- Summer · Winter
- JR Pass covers
- Yes
- Interests
- Nature · Adventure · Skiing & Snow
Highlights
What to see and do.
- Farm Tomita lavender fields
- Blue Pond
- Patchwork Road
- Furano Ski Resort
When to go
Crowd levels by month.
Vermillion density shows how crowded the city feels each month. Darker cells mean more tourists and higher prices.
JanLow
FebLow
MarVery low
AprVery low
MayLow
JunModerate
JulVery high
AugHigh
SepLow
OctLow
NovVery low
DecLow
Where to stay
Neighbourhoods to consider.
Furano town
Central base for both summer flower fields and winter ski
convenience
Book ahead
Reservations that matter.
Lavender peaks mid-July. Rent a car for Biei — public transport is limited.